AQUAFIN-ICCrystalline Waterproof Slurry

Properties:• Penetrates the capillaries in concrete.• Continually active.• Can be applied to damp substrates.• Chloride free.• Resists high levels of hydrostatic pressure.• Carbonatisation barrier.• Waterproofs retrospective

cracks up to 0.4 mm.• Test certificates to German DVGW worksheets W

347 and W 270 are available.

Areas of Application:• Exterior and interior waterproofing in cellars, lift

shafts, foundations, retaining walls.• Waterproofing containers for drinking and service

water, retaining basins, water treatment plants,garages, tunnels etc.

• Waterproofing beneath screeds (unbonded screedsor floating screeds).

An analysis of the water is necessary where the hardness degree is ≤ 3° dH. AQUAFIN-IC is resistant against strong chemical attack (exposure class XA2 to DIN 4030).

Technical Data: Basis: Colour: Bulk density: Mix:

Mixing time:

Pot life:

Substrate/Application temperature:

sand/cement, additives grey1.1 kg/l25 kg AQUAFIN-IC to 6.75 to 8.0 litres clean water 3 minutes (drill with 500 – 700 rpm) 30 to 60 minutes (at +23° C / 60%)

min. +5° C to max. +35° C. Lower temperatures extend, higher temperatures reduce curing times.

Packaging: Cleaning of tools:

Storage & Shelf Life:

25kg bagsWith water when in the fresh state, remove dried material with ASO-Steinreiniger.

12 months when stored dry and frost free in the original unopened packaging. Use opened packaging promptly.

min. 0.8 mm -1.5 mm

0.75 kg/m2 in one coat

1.2 kg/m2 in two coats

1.5 kg/m2 in two coats

*Consumption may increase on uneven substrates

- to rain after approx. 24 hours- to foot traffic after approx. 5 hours- backfilling the building trench after 3 days- filling containers after approx. 7 days

Compressive strength: approx. 18 N/mm2 at 7 daysapprox. 21 N/mm2 at 4 days approx. 25 N/mm2 at 28 days approx. 6 N/mm2

at 28 days (ASTM C 580:96)approx. 1 N/mm2 (ASTM D 4541:2002)min. 13 bar negative or positive side(CRD-C 48-92, US)

Flexural strength:

Adhesion strength:

Water impermeability:

Aquafin Pakistan (Pvt) LtdSteel House, West Wharf Road,Karachi - 74000 PakistanPhone: +92-21-32313113 , 92-21-3231160 Email: marketing@aquafinpakistan.com Website: www.aquafinpakistan.com Technical Data Sheet

Ready for exposure at +20° C and 60%relative humidity:

Material consumption:Dry film thickness: Ground moisture/non standing drainage water:Non-hydrostatic pressure: Rising damp /pressure water:

Technical Properties:

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Substrate Preparation:The substrate must be sound, clean and have an open capillary structure. The surface must be porous and permit a good surface adhesion so that the chemicals can penetrate well into the concrete. Horizontal areas should have a rough surface. Smooth surfaces must be mechanically abraded in order to achieve good penetration.1. All adhesion inhibiting substances such as

dirt, cement laitance, mould oil, hardeners, loosecomponents, paint etc. must be removed by sandblasting, water jetting or other mechanical methods.

2. Eradicate all ridges, gravel pockets and otherdamaged areas. Poor joints and visible cracks(non-dynamic) above 0.4 mm should be chased out20 mm wide by 25 mm deep and repaired withASOCRET-IM. Anchoring holes should beroughened.

3. Plug water leaks with FIX 10-S or Fix 20-T pluggingcement

4. Repair damaged areas with INDUCRET-BIS-systemor ASOCRET-IM dependent on area of application.

5. Pretreat all connecting joints and construction jointswith ASO-Joint-Tape-2000-S and AQUAFIN-RS300or AQUAFIN-2K/M (please see respectiveTechnical Data Sheets).

6. Thoroughly pre-wetting all surfaces beforeapplication of AQUAFIN-IC with clean water isrecommended. Repeated dampening may benecessary to ensure complete saturation, whichpromotes deeper penetrating crystalline growth.The substrate should be matt damp, without puddlesor standing water.

Product Preparation:Pour 6.75 to 8.0 litres of clean water into a clean mixing bucket and mix in sufficient dry mortar while mechanically stirring (drill at 500 – 700 rpm) until a lump free, homogenous fluid or sprayable consistency is achieved. Only mix as much material as can be used within the pot life. After a maturing time of min. 3 minutes, stir again.

Application:Dry shake application:AQUAFIN-IC must be broadcast at the coverage rate appropriate for the expected water exposure (see

a) In exteriors or exposed areas: keep AQUAFIN-ICdamp for min. 3 days. Protect areas exposed to theweather from sun, wind and frost with. Re-wet thearea in intervals with water, starting 1 day afterapplication, if not covered with polythene. The freshcoating should be protected from rain for aminimum of 24 hours. Backfilling can take place 3days after the last coat.

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Interiors: In areas with high humidity the materialcures very well. In relatively dry areas keep thecoating damp for min. 3 days. Ensure that there isadequate ventilation for 24 hours in areas of poorventilation and deep pits.Containers and tanks: Filling is possible after 3days. In the case of drinking water storage, thecontainer must be thoroughly rinsed with drinkingwater before filling. When properly installed,AQUAFIN-IC is permanently active.

under Material consumption“) on to freshly poured concrete. For large areas it is recommended that the floor be marked into bays with known area. Sufficient AQUAFIN-IC should then be laid out to meet the recommended spread rate. Once the concrete has started initial setting (light foot traffic imprint of 3-5 mm) apply AQUAFIN-IC immediately. When AQUAFIN-IC absorbs the concrete moisture entirely and a uniform darkening of colour takes place, start trowelling of the surface (helicopter smoothening).

Application By Brush:Spread two coats of AQUAFIN-IC at the required quantity in a slurry consistency with a roofer´s brush or builder´s brush. Brush thoroughly and evenly, working into the substrate. Apply the second coat whilst the first coat is still tacky and hasn’t dried out.

Spray Application:AQUAFIN-IC can be applied with the aid of suitable compressed air spray equipment, e.g. with the HighPump M8 (peristaltic pump), Highpump Small or HIGHPUMP Pictor (spiral pump) from HIGH TECH, Berlin. Dependent on the final wet duty of the installation spray apply one or two coats in a circular motion. Apply the second coat whilst the first coat is still tacky and hasn’t dried out.

Curing And Protection:

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Important advice:• Protect areas not to be treated with AQUAFIN-IC

fromits effects.

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AQUAFIN-IC cannot be used as an additive forconcrete or renders.With concrete containing fly-ash it is possible thatsuccessive coats of AQUAFIN-IC may discolourand there may be an impaired reaction. The flyashcomponent according to ASTM C-618 type C mayonly be max. 30% of the binder. The minimumquantity of CaO in the fly-ash should not be below15%. Please contact the technical departmentregarding particular specification for concretes withtype C fly-ash with low CaO content, type F orother

• pozzolanic concrete additives.• The reaction between AQUAFIN-IC and free lime in

concrete can lead to minor efflorescence. This is notdetrimental and can be removed with a brush.

• Different colourings are dependent on the differingdampness of the concrete.

• A load bearing surface is necessary for a longlasting bond between surface and coating system.Adhesion inhibiting materials have to be removedcompletely. High pressure (> 400 bar) or ultra highpressure(> 2000 bar) waterblasting and blasting with solidabrasives are suitable procedures. The final cleaninghas to be carried out with water blasting.

• Temperatures around +10° C to +15° C are to beexpected in water containers. In order to guaranteecomplete hydration of the cement, keep the coatingdamp for an adequate length of time (constantrelative humidity of > 80%) and protect againstdrying out. In general 7 days is sufficient. It isessential to avoid the formation of condensation orstanding films of water during this time period.Where there is a dangerof dropping below the dew point (condensationformation) install dehumidifiers until the mortar iscured. At no time should uncontrolled warm air beblown inside.

Please observe a valid EU health and safety data sheet. GISCODE: ZP1

• To increase pot life/working time at highertemperature store material in a cool environmentabove +5° C and only expose to warmtemperature shortly before mixing. Additionally useof cold water can also increase pot life/workingtime, if water addition is necessary.

• AQUAFIN-IC may need up to one month toachieve its maximum waterproofing properties.Influencing factors are ambient temperature,humidity, concrete composition etc.

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